yom kippur Breakout Sessions 2024
Strengthening the Bonds Between American and Israeli Jews
with Yuval Ifrah, Congregational Shlicha
Saturday, October 12
12:30 PM
In the aftermath of October 7, American and Israeli Jews came together to support one another during these most challenging times. How can we continue to support one another? How can we help one another heal? What opportunities does the future hold? Yuval will discuss these questions and more based on her own narrative and experience as an Israeli.
The Light Through the Cracks
with Rabbi Cheryl Stone
Saturday, October 12
1:30 PM
Yom Kippur is when we feel most broken, raw, and vulnerable. This is by design, allowing us greater access to emotions that we tamp down in day-to-day life. We will explore how that openness and fragility enables profound self-reflection and transformation. By embracing our imperfections, we find the light that shines through the cracks within us, guiding us toward renewal and growth.
Jonah and the Search for Compassion
with Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz
Saturday, October 12
2:45 PM
Erica Brown writes of Jonah, “A prophet who runs away from the Lord should not get presents; he should get punished.” God repeatedly shows Jonah compassion, even when he does not deserve it. What are we to learn from Jonah? How can we join Jonah in his search for compassion?
Ask the Rabbi 
with Rabbi Michael Safra
Saturday, October 12
3:30 PM
Rabbi Safra looks forward to responding to your queries at what has become an exciting Yom Kippur tradition.
Sun, December 22 2024
21 Kislev 5785
the latest
The Voice of Jacob and the Hands of Esau (Parashat Toldot, November 30) by Rabbi Michael Safra
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